A significant police operation is currently ongoing in Schongau, Bavaria, in response to reports of a school shooting at Welfen-Gymnasium. Authorities have confirmed multiple injuries and the apprehension of a suspected perpetrator, but details surrounding the incident are still being verified.
Residents are advised to steer clear of the area as emergency services are present at the scene. Over 15 police vehicles swiftly arrived at Welfen-Gymnasium in Schongau, Bavaria, around 12:50 pm local time.
Schongau, a town in Upper Bavaria, southern Germany, with a population of approximately 12,000, is situated on the west bank of the River Lech, west of Munich. The police are actively investigating the situation but have not disclosed specific details about the events at the school.
Law enforcement is working to determine the extent of injuries sustained by individuals involved. The arrested suspect’s identity and further information are yet to be released by the police.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid the vicinity of Welfen-Gymnasium while the extensive operation unfolds. The Upper Bavaria South Police shared a message stating, “Please avoid the area. Further information to follow.”
A police representative labeled the incident as a ‘possible school shooting’ and confirmed the arrest of a suspect.
